Name: BR-6505-12-0R Brocade 24-Port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel Switch 1U Rack
Brand: Brocade
SKU: BR-6505-12-0R
Price: 1042.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The BR-6505-12-0R is a Fibre Channel switch that delivers focused SAN connectivity with 16Gb/s ports and a dedicated management interface. It fits into rack-mounted storage networks, providing efficient port density and optimized airflow to meet storage networking demands without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	12 (active) / 24 (physical)
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	10/100Base-T, SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	16Gb/s
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	No
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2
Connector Type	SFP+,RJ-45

Management and Configuration
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI,CLI,SNMP,RJ-45 (management),Serial Console (RJ-45)
Security Features	Zoning (FC zoning/VSAN),RADIUS,LDAP,SSH
Management Type	Out-of-band Management,In-band Management
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP (v1/v2/v3),SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

Product Description
The BR-6505-12-0R is a high-performance network switch designed to facilitate fast and reliable storage area network (SAN) connectivity. It is often found in data centers and enterprise environments requiring robust Fibre Channel connections. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructure, this switch supports streamlined SAN traffic with low latency and high throughput. Key Features Offers 24 Fibre Channel ports with 12 active at 16Gb/s speed to handle heavy SAN workloads. Includes a Fast Ethernet management port for simplified network administration and monitoring. 1U rack-mount form factor suitable for dense data center environments. Back-to-front airflow design optimizes cooling efficiency in rack setups. Supports essential network protocols to ensure consistent and secure data transmission. This switch plays a critical role in maintaining dependable SAN performance where consistent data flow and uptime are required. Its solid design supports operational stability and easy integration within existing storage networks.

Use Cases
This switch is commonly deployed in environments that require high-speed storage connectivity and reliable data communication. It suits data centers and enterprise storage clusters where efficient management and consistent performance of storage fabrics are vital. How It's Used: Enhancing storage area networks in medium to large enterprise data centers. Supporting virtualization environments that rely on fast and stable SAN connections. Integrating into rack-mounted storage arrays for scalable SAN infrastructure. Facilitating data replication and backup processes within storage clusters. Providing network management capabilities through its dedicated Ethernet port. Its deployment helps improve storage network efficiency and scalability, ensuring that high-speed data transfers remain reliable under various operational loads.